Oxford to Bradford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Bradford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Nov
Cheapest price on 12 Nov
£22
Average ticket price on 12 Nov
£22
Fastest journey on 12 Nov
9 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 12 Nov
9 h 20 m
Buses on 12 Nov
1
Distance
229 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Bradford will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

On Thu 12 Nov, we found 1 buses from Oxford to Bradford, including 1 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 9 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Bradford

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Buses from Oxford to Bradford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 18:33. The fastest coach covers the 229 km distance in 5h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
229 km
Average bus duration
5h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
5h 20m
First bus
0:50
Last bus
18:33
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Oxford to Bradford trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Oxford to Bradford.

Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Bradford can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Bradford is £34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Oxford to Bradford leaves at 0:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Bradford leaves at 18:33.
There are 3 coaches a day from Oxford to Bradford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Oxford to Bradford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bradford coaches for today, Wednesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus0:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
10h20
11:10 Bradford, Interchange Station1 change
National ExpressUCX5 · NX5619:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h40
16:30 Bradford, Nelson Street N21 change
National ExpressNX160 · NX13112:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
9h20
21:25 Bradford, Nelson Street N21 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Oxford to Bradford coaches with Omio?

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Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Bradford with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest National Express Price
£24
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Oxford and Bradford

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Oxford to Bradford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bradford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Bradford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Bradford for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Bradford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Bradford depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Bradford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Bradford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Bradford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Bradford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Bradford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Bradford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Bradford with the following coach company: National Express.

Complete guide to Bradford

Things to do in Bradford

Discover the best of Bradford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bradford trip today.

  • Must visit

National Science and Media Museum

National museum for film, television and photography, with major galleries and cinema screens. Ideal for interactive displays and visual culture.

  • Must visit

Hockney Gallery at Salts Mill

Arts centre and gallery in Saltaire showing works by David Hockney and changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for both the art and the riverside setting.

  • Recommended

Impressions Gallery

Compact city-centre gallery with changing exhibitions of contemporary art and community projects. A useful stop for Bradford’s current creative scene.

Pound sterling (£)

Bradford is cheaper than many UK city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and local transport costs than London, Manchester or Edinburgh.

Average meal costs

Budget
£6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-28 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£2.50-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.

FAQs: Oxford to Bradford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Bradford by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
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popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Bradford

Most Oxford to Bradford buses use the Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station to Bradford, Interchange Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Bradford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Oxford
Arrival bus stations in Bradford

Which Oxford station do buses to Bradford leave from?

Buses from Oxford to Bradford leave from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. The station is from Oxford city centre at Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationGloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station from Oxford city centre

Bus400, N400 · 11m · £2 · every ~19 min

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), The Four Candles (0.2 km), The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

Bus stations for Oxford to Bradford

Check bus stations information for Oxford and Bradford, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 0 away from the city centre.

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